JOURNEY IN FAITH

THE INTENDED PURPOSE

Joseph's remarkable story in Genesis 37-50 proves that the intended purpose of the experience is what matters. Can you relate to Joseph's story? As you reflect and think about the story you may be thinking and asking several questions. Perhaps you may ask: Why the stops? Why can't you just have a straight flight to the destination? Why do you have to wait at the bus stops or in transit? These questions are so necessary for you to understand the purpose of your journey.

TODAY'S FOCUS: FROM THE PIT TO THE PALACE

Joseph’s story teaches…..
Don't focus on the route of the journey - Think on the purpose of your destination.

He was thrown into the pit so the Midianites merchantmen could help serve as part of the process. He was sold to for twenty pieces of silver to the Ishmaelites who took Joseph with them down to Egypt.

When Joseph got to Egypt the Midianites sold him to Potiphar who was an officer of Pharaoh.
Genesis 37:36 (KJV) And the Midianites sold him into Egypt unto Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh's, and captain of the guard. This route of the journey was necessary so Potiphar's wife could look on him, accuse him so he could be thrown in prison.

His prison route was necessary to interpret the dream of the butler who would go back to report to Pharaoh so he could get to his destination to save his father's household and people.

Joseph was forgotten for almost two years, but the hold over and wait sharpened his skills as a leader though he was in prison.

Then the butler remembered Joseph when Pharaoh had a dream that Joseph interpreted his dream when he was in prison.
Genesis 41: 37-44- Joseph was then fetched out of prison and brought to Pharaoh. He interpreted the dream, made ruler over his house and over Egypt, made second to Pharaoh, saved Egypt and his family.
Are you Having a Joseph experience? Trust the God of the journey. As He was with Joseph and made him prosper, you too will prosper, stand out and rule in adversity.
Remember as we recall the story, Joseph journey was deliberate and intentional for him to accomplish his assigned purpose. The dream fulfilled through adversity. You too will experience setbacks, accusations and wait periods before your dream comes into fruition. But like Joseph remain faithful, remain true and at the appointed time regardless of the route it will come to pass. Read the entire event and be encouraged that God knows the plans He has for your life and will bring it to its expected end.
God Bless you and Keep the Faith!
Virtuous Jewel
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